To Auction, To Auction: Melbourne's Other Auction Houses
At C&G we’re no strangers to an exciting, atmospheric auction! For many vendors and buyers, selling or competing at auctions are the most exciting part of the real estate transaction process. But if you’re not quite ready to flex your bidding muscles on a Bayside property - or you’d like to get in some practice before the big day - here are some of Melbourne’s best auction houses to get your hand waving! Rather than decorating your home with new furniture or prints, these respected auction houses offer savvy buyers the full gamut of homewares – from couches to fine art – for their consideration and competition.
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Leonard Joel auctions take place on a weekly and seasonal basis in Melbourne and Sydney. In Melbourne you can find their Auction House on Malvern Road, South Yarra – a gorgeous space in itself! Collectors and decorators of all tastes and interests are invited along to bid on a wide range of categories including Modern Design, Photography, Specialist Prints, Asian Art & Antiques, Jewellery and Wristwatches.
What to expect:
Visitors to Leonard Joel will enjoy immersing themselves in an auction experience that retains the original character and atmosphere of a 19th century auction house! Leonard Joel’s specialists commit to providing each client with a professional and enjoyable experience. Learn more about the bidding process here.
View Leonard Joel’s auction calendar here.
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Mossgreen is Australia’s first combined Auction House and Art Gallery – so there is an incredible array of Fine Art for the purchasing! Beyond beautiful artworks, there’s something to suit every taste, with collection categories ranging from Motor Cars and Jewels to Fine Wines, Stamps and Sporting Memorabilia.
What to expect:
Whether you come along with $50 or $50,000 you’re bound to enjoy the excitement, theatre and fun of bidding at a Mossgreen Live Auction. You can register to bid at a Live Auction either in person or online - and it pays to arrive a little early so that you can settle in, with sufficient time to register for a bidding number and let the fun unfold.
View Mossgreen’s auction calendar here.
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Does this name sound familiar? If so, that’s because Sotheby's is one of the oldest and most well-known auction houses in the world! Sotheby's Australia conducts auctions regularly with categories including; Australian & International Art, Aboriginal Art, Fine Asian, Australian & European Arts & Design and Jewels.
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Located on Collins Street in Melbourne’s CBD, all exhibitions at Sotheby’s are free and open to the public so wander in with your bidding hand ready – or just to browse! The Sotheby’s Australia staff will be on hand to walk you through the process, from selecting a work, to placing a bid, to shipping your purchase.
View Sotheby’s auction calendar here.